peepshow

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An exhibition of pictures or objects viewed through a small hole or magnifying glass.
  2. A titillating or pornographic display viewed through a small slot, generally equipped with a timer to automatically close the slot when payment has expired.

Pronunciation

/ˈpipˌʃoʊ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-peepshow.wav

Word forms

peepshow peepshows peep show

Etymology

From peep + show.

Related words

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